Montgomery County’s proposed budget supports schools, holds tax rates

...Funding in Leggett’s budget is also going toward fighting gang activity at the state’s attorney’s office, public safety, supporting government employee health care and diversifying and drawing new business.

But the clear winner was the school system, which saw a total fulfillment of its more than three percent increased funding request in the proposal.

“In recognition of the critical needs of our growing world-class school system, I am recommending Montgomery County Public Schools funding at $2.592 billion … This is $19 million above the maintenance of effort level. This represents 100 percent of Board of Education’s request,” Leggett said...

https://wtop.com/montgomery-county/2018/03/montgomery-countys-proposed-budget-supports-schools-holds-tax-rates/